Logistics Technician

bit.bio is an award-winning spinout from the University of Cambridge. Our breakthrough technology combines synthetic and stem cell biology for the precise, efficient and consistent reprogramming of human cells used in research, drug discovery, and cell therapy. At bit.bio, we are passionate about engineering human cells that will enable the medicine of the future. To do this we need talented and curious people who want to make an impact on the future of science and therapeutics.

As a team of individuals, we value science, collaboration, openness, curiosity and creativity. We are united by trust and respect for each other.

Location: Babraham Research Park, Cambridge
Type: Full time, permanent
Start: Immediate
Salary: Competitive / Hours: 40 p/w
Site Based Position (Cambridge)

Your role in our team:
The Logistics Technician is responsible for receiving incoming goods and preparing shipments for sensitive biological materials and tracking the movement of goods shipped across the world from and to our internal and external customers & collaborators, ensuring the goods are delivered in the most safe, efficient and cost-effective way, to the right place at the right time.
The role is a 50/50 split between outbound shipping and inventory/supply chain responsibilities.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Outbound Shipping:

• Prepare, pack and ship materials globally, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and transport regulations including IATA & International Customs regulations.
• Dispatch goods ensuring all relevant documentation and labelling is accurate and meets appropriate standards.
• Schedule and execute shipments according to risk mitigation strategies ensuring cold chain maintenance.
• Liaise with our 3PL providers to organise shipments to our customers interacting with their WMS/TMS.
• Handling of dangerous goods, including, but not limited to, liquid nitrogen, dry ice, lithium batteries etc.
• Proactively track, investigate, resolve or escalate any missing shipments or shipment exceptions.

Incoming:

• Receipt and booking-in of stock. Update accurately and promptly ERP & all systems of record with relevant information such as lot numbers and expiry dates, prioritising temperature sensitive products.
• Inspection of goods received. 
• Stock control including movement of stock around site. 
• Unloading of supplies. 
• Placing Purchase Orders to replenish stocks.
• Call-offs from external storage locations to maintain desired levels of stock. Weekly cycle counts & issue purchase orders to keep the right level of inventory on site.

Internal Material Flows:

• Laboratory restocks: pick, update ERP & all systems of records timely and accurately and ensure appropriate materials flow between stores and lab areas.
• Executing storage and retrieval requests for vials from our LN2 store.
• Waste sorting / disposal of expired products. Maintain stores, goods-in, goods-out & loading areas as clean, organised and obstruction free.

 You…

• Hold a minimum Degree qualification in a relevant discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Will have experience in a Logistics role, preferably within a Life Sciences manufacturing environment.

With essential experience in…

• Knowledge and experience of international air shipping.
• Proven work experience with customs import/export processes and stock management activities.
• Knowledge and experience using computer software including ERP systems.
• High level attention to detail, as needed for accurate documentation and accurate records.
• High level of client-facing communication skills, both written and verbal and able to present information in a clear and concise manner.
• Excellent time management, organisation skills and experience working to challenging deadlines. 
• Comfortable with this role involving standing 60% to 100% of the time and lifting heavy weights.

…and possibly…

• Experience in a GMP environment would be advantageous.
• Experience using NetSuite in a Logistics role. 
• Certified to handle and ship Dangerous Goods or willingness and ability to be trained immediately.
• Supplier account management. Working with couriers, customs and brokers.

 

 

More reasons to join us:

bit.bio provides a vibrant and dynamic work environment in an exciting, fast-moving time for biology. We work with cutting edge technologies and with our world-leading scientific advisory board. We conduct pioneering work with real-world impact.

We trust our people to make significant contributions early on with opportunities to be involved in projects that are key to the success and growth of our young company. We invest in people, creating opportunities for personal development in an inclusive multi-skilled team with ambitious goals that provide opportunities to learn on the job from each other.

Creativity and open minds are encouraged for everyone to contribute to the success of the company.

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